Hamilton County Commission Dist. 4
Term: 4 yearsThe commissioner makes policy for the county, adopts county budgets, approves taxation and financial decisions, adopts ordinances, and makes land-use decisions. The commissioner is responsible for all county legal matters, health services, social services, highway and other safety programs, personnel, benefits, grievances, recreational facilities, county roads, sewers, solid waste, all county vehicles, garages, and parking lots. The commissioner also approves the sale of delinquent tax property.
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Warren Mackey
(Dem)
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Elea Anita Wright
(Dem)
How long have you lived in Hamilton County?
What is the greatest challenge you anticipate facing if you are elected?
What characteristics do you possess and/or what life experiences have you had that make you believe that you are the most qualified person for this office?
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I have lived here since I was in Kindergarten. I moved away for 5 years to attend UTK, but eagerly returned after I graduated.
When I was growing up I went to CSAS. My friends lived all over Hamilton County. I learned how different life was depending on where you lived.
When I moved back I wanted to buy a house in a neighborhood that reminded me of CSAS. I live in Ridgedale and moved my 29yr family business there permanently last year. I work there with my mom. This is my home. I love it.
Negotiating serious investment in the neglected infrastructure of historic neighborhoods. Street safety, sidewalks, a new building for Orchard Knob Middle School, and parks are needed. In order to do this I will focus on proven compounding small scale projects.
District 4 investment can offer solutions to other districts experiencing crowded schools and overdevelopment. Right now District 4 is both a boon and a burden, but that is NOT because of the people's lack of effort.
There is an incredible diversity of trades where people work HARD for less than they are worth. I am a true believer that we are only as strong as our poorest areas. We must offer real opportunities that will generate additional investment without displacement.
I am fulfilled. I have achieved all things I truly desire in my personal life. I am emotionally invested in my area being the best place for all to thrive because I'm thriving here. I think all people need to have the same or better opportunities I did. I am in my forever home.
I am compassionate. My friends are the people I want to keep living and working in district 4. They are teachers, social workers, librarians, union folks, service industry workers, artists, construction workers, engineers, and scientists. I like to understand people's struggles and I genuinely care about how they are doing in life.
I am a fantastic problem solver. My least favorite thing to hear is "we can't". I don't believe in 'can't'. For every problem, there is a cause, and there is a solution. I will ask as many people as I can to figure out how to get something done. I will talk to anyone. No blame games. No egos. I have a strong will. I don't take disagreements personally, but I do take notes.
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